Industrial Promotion Services (K) Ltd (IPS) is an Affiliate of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED).
Senior Agronomists
The IPS group, a leading player in the East African agro-processing industry, is seeking applications from qualified dynamic candidates to fill the above mentioned positions.
Responsible for the development and implementation of strategies that strengthen crop production/management and deliver commercially viable and sustainable results in respect of costs and yields.
The exciting role provides a vital link between the field and the production/processing division of the business ensuring that this part of the overall supply chain is seamless.
Considerable technical knowledge as well as sound communication, commercial and planning skills are a requirement of this role.
Key Qualifications and Competencies
- Minimum Holder of Diploma/Bsc in Horticulture or any tropical agriculture related course.
- Over five years production experience in any of the following crops, Legumes, Tomatoes, Potatoes and Fruits, either in a plantation environment or with small scale holder schemes.
- Willing to travel and work within East Africa with minimum supervision.
- Should be people oriented and have demonstrated leadership skills, proven integrity, self driven and self motivated.
- Critical thinking and creative problem solving skills.
- Business Development skills and Commercial/Business acumen.
Suitably qualified candidates should submit their application together with an updated Curriculum Vitae to careers@ipskenya.com by 5.00 pm, 15th September 2013.